Simply The Best

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Simply the Best is exactly that - simply the best scuba diving of the Egyptian Southern Red Sea. The itinerary focuses on the reef systems of the Brothers and Daedalus, which together make up the Northern Marine Park and the steep wall dives of Elphinstone. The Egyptian Marine Parks are protected areas and places of magnificent beauty underwater. The lighthouses have warned passing ships throughout the years of the dangers that hide beneath the waves but for divers this is a playground. Drift dives, daring drops offs, pelagic encounters and even wreck dives. Dive after dive, Simply the Best is a a fine addition to your log book and a must see itinerary for your next Red Sea liveaboard holiday

Simply the Best departs from either Marsa Alam or Hurgada. Depending on your departure point, there will be some variation in the dive sites but the Brothers is always your first big wall stop off. Sailing overnight means you can wake up to be where the action is. Little Brother is the stage for adrenalin fuelled shark diving, whilst Big Brother sports the highlights of the Numidia and Aida wrecks. Another overnight journey and you are whisked to Daedalus Reef. Daedalus is a huge triangular chunk of a reef, whose vertical drop offs rival the Brothers. Giant hard coral structures sprawl the walls and schooling hammerheads are frequently found off the northern point (spring). Currents pulse over a garden of splendid anemones, whose damsel residents dart between tentacles. Rounding off the week is Elphinstone reef, completing a trio of unparalleled wall dive destinations. Elphinstone has earned a reputation in recent years as the place to see oceanic white tips. (Sept - Jan). Manta pass over the northern plateau, together with grey reef sharks. Barracuda, snapper and tuna are staple spots on all sites.

Simply the Best is an advanced itinerary and divers are recommended to have around 50 dives. The reefs descend to great depths and the warm waters suit technical divers. Night diving is prohibited in the Northern Marine Park. Drifting on currents, diving can be fast paced and an SMB is essential. Photographers are advised to to bring a wide angle lens, but macro life is also rich and plentiful. The Marine Park islands are remote and the lighthouse crews are always pleased to offer visitors a glass of hot tea. Simply the Best lives up to its formidable reputation. Diving here can be unpredictable and you never know what is passing in the blue. An adventurous itinerary, why not undertake the journey to these remote locations and see for yourself just how great the reward is when you get there.

Quick Facts

Average Water Temp: 19 - 28 C
Average Air Temp: 19 - 35 C
Average Visability: 15 - 25 m
Good for: Reefs, Walls, Big Fish
Suitable for beginners: No

Highlights

Red Sea dive sites include the famous Brothers Islands, Elphinstone and Daedalus. Look into the blue for shark sightings.

Testimonials

"The Crew was really Great!!! There courtesy and help was always present! Job well done."Carrol
"Thank you for keeping up the high standard of service"Lee
"We saw Grey Reef Sharks at The Brothers, Hammerheads at Daedalus (some saw Threshers and Silkys). We will definitely be back soon"Steve and Lisa

This is a typical example of the Simply The Best itinerary. The schedule is subject to change according to prevailing weather conditions and is only given as a example of what you would usually encounter during your holiday.

Simply the Best can depart from either Marsa Alam or Hurgada. The below sample itinerary is an indication of a trip departing from Marsa Alam. Trips departing from Hurgada will be similar but there will be some different dive sites visited, predominately on the first and last day.

Day 1
After arrival you are transferred to the boat, where the first night is spent.

Day 2
Starts with the check dive before heading to Abu Dabab for a dive. An afternoon dive and night dive are made at Ras Trombi before setting sail for the Brothers.

Day 3
Is spent at Little Brother, diving the north plateau, south plateau and west wall. Night dives are prohibited in this area and after the day diving the boat will move the short distance to Big Brother.

Day 4
Is spent at Big Brother diving the Numidia, the Aida and south plateau. Night dives are prohibited in this area and after the day diving the boat will set sail for Daedalus.

Day 5
Starts at Daedalus diving the north plateau, Anemone city and south plateau. Night dives are prohibited in this area and after the day diving the boat will set sail for Elphinstone.

Day 6
Makes 2 dives on Elphinstone's north and south plateaus. A night dive is made at Abu Dabab

Day 7
The final day's diving visits Marsa Abu Dabab and Ras Shona before returning to port. You will then spend your last night on the boat.

Day 8
Is check out day from the boat. You will have free time in the harbour complex and use of your cabin/boat facilities onboard until around 12:00 before your transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK.

If you would like to add an extension, combine this with another product or tweak the itinerary give us a call so we can discuss your dream diving holiday.